6.74 ct. Malagasy ‘Neon’ Apatite
Color: Medium Slightly Greenish-Blue
Clarity: Eye Clean to Slightly Included
Origin: Madagascar
Cut: Triangular Brilliant
Treatments: Heat
Measurements: 13.5 x 12.3 mm
There has been no production of this classic Malagasy ‘neon’ Apatite for years. This stone was cut from an old piece of rough that we set aside over a decade ago. While the color is heated, it remains the standard for these vivid Apatites; there are some Brazilian stones as well but they never seem to match the size possible from Malagasy stones. While there are no eye visible inclusions there is a slight bit of silk; this does nothing other than impart a little sleepiness and soften the brilliance a touch. Very large and choice piece.